Jeff Conrad, 48

Published July 9, 2013 at 9:15 am

Conrad

Conrad, Jeff, “Rads” age 48,of Virginia/Pike River, MN, formerly of Coon Rapids passed away on July 4, 2013. Preceded in death by mother Dorothy, father Eugene, maternal and paternal grandparents, and Aunt Martha Livemore. Jeff was a lifetime carpenter, fisherman, athlete, and sports fan. He enjoyed biking and being outdoors. Jeff was a loving brother and uncle, a friend to everyone he met. He began his battle with pancreatic cancer in June 2012 at his country home in Pike River and finished his journey with dignity surrounded by family and his best friends in Coon Rapids. Survived by brothers, Steve (Barb), Scott, and sister, Jenny Jasper (Tom); Aunt, Elsie Nielsen; Uncle, Joey (Mary) Livermore; nieces and nephews, Andy and Kelsey Conrad, Ben, Noelle, Lauren and Ray Jasper; and Jeff’s special dog Daisy. Many thanks to Dr. Friday and the staff at the Cancer Centers of Virginia and Duluth, MN. Also to friends Skip and Susan Salewski, Timmy Ridout, and J.R. Memorials preferred to Care Partners, Eveleth, MN, helping cancer patients with expenses during their illnesses. There will be two gatherings to celebrate Jeff’s life. One in Virginia, MN and the other in Coon Rapids which will take place at a later date.